About the Indian Courser
The Indian Courser (Cursorius coromandelicus) is a species of bird in the Pratincoles and Coursers family (Glareolidae), within the order Charadriiformes. This family contains 17 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code indcou1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Charadriiformes |
| Family | Pratincoles and Coursers (Glareolidae) |
| Species | Cursorius coromandelicus |
| Species Codes | indcou1, INCO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Indian Courser belong to?
The Indian Courser (Cursorius coromandelicus) belongs to the Pratincoles and Coursers family (Glareolidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the Indian Courser?
The Indian Courser is a member of the Pratincoles and Coursers family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Indian Courser sighting?
You can log sightings of Indian Courser on eBird (ebird.org) using species code indcou1, or on iNaturalist.